Avoid at all cost - Sr Manager, Marketing SolarWinds Employee Review

1.0
Jun 21, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

No Pros - free lunch on Thursdays?

Cons

Avoid at all costs if you have experience and have worked for reputable companies. The marketing department has been in disarray for over 2 years, going from bad to worse. Following a wave of layoffs in 2023 that left teams skeletal, and a power struggle between a clueless CMO and empire-building US-based VPs, the CEO ousted the CMO and brought in an outsider. New year, new leadership – the new CMO arrived with promises of transformation, holding kumbaya meetings and talking big every week about potential changes. Seven months later, there's still no sign of a new marketing strategy. Teams are still relying on the same ineffective tactics. Surprise, surprise – the new CMO is recycling the same old formula: layoffs, hiring outsiders, and reorganizing essential functions, all while retaining ineffective leaders. Despite claims of transformation, it's business as usual. Is this starting to smell like fake news? It seems the new leader is more interested in building his own brand than solving our problems

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5.0
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Pros

Stimulating work, great people, nice office space with good amenities, good work life balance and flexibility on in-office time, competitive compensation

Cons

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4.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Amazing office space in Charlotte with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. There are plenty of social events and networking opportunities that help employees stay engaged and build relationships across different business units. The recent IT reorganization has created a unique opportunity to participate in system and process design initiatives. While this level of change and transformation may not appeal to everyone, it offers valuable experience for those who enjoy shaping new processes and driving organizational improvements. I am optimistic about the direction of the organization and confident in the vision and leadership of the new IT management team.

Cons

Career advancement opportunities can sometimes feel limited within a satellite office environment, and promotion paths are not always clearly defined. Employees seeking long-term growth may benefit from having proactive career development conversations with leadership. The recent IT reorganization has introduced a period of transition, resulting in some uncertainty and lower morale across parts of the organization. The department is currently in a rebuilding phase, and new employees should expect to contribute to the implementation of new processes, systems, and ways of working. Compensation appears to be somewhat below market rates for certain roles, which may be a consideration for candidates prioritizing salary growth.

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